Monument record MDO19860 - 39 Cheap Street, Sherborne, archaeological evaluation; possible WWII air raid shelter
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Summary
Evidence for a possible WWII air raid shelter was recovered during an archaeological evaluation at the rear of 39 Cheap Street in 2004. this comprised a concrete and limestone structure at the northern end of Trench 2 in a location in which the landowner believed an air raid shelter had formerly existed.
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Full Description
AC Archaeology conducted a desk based assessment and archaeological evaluation in advance of proposed residential/ commercial development at 39 Cheap Street during 2004. This comprised a review of historic maps, survey of existing buildings and the machine excavation of two trenches.
Trench 2 contained a concrete and limestone structure [203] at its northern end. The landowner provided information that a now infilled WWII air raid shelter was formerly present in this location. [1]
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO10426 Unpublished document: Valentin, J. 2004. 39 Cheap Street, Sherborne, Dorset. Results of archaeological investigations.
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Related Events/Activities (2)
Location
| Grid reference | ST 63860 16754 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST61NW |
| Civil Parish | Sherborne; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Oct 2 2007 5:19AM
